High Cognitive Load
Deep thinking requires cognitive effort and may lead to a high cognitive load. Deep thinkers often process information deeply, which can be mentally taxing but results in thorough understanding.
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The psychology of a deep thinker encompasses various cognitive and personality traits associated with a tendency to engage in profound, reflective, and complex thought processes. Here are some psychological aspects often associated with deep thinkers
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